Apr 16, 2019 | Adult Programs, Adults, Community, Featured, High School Completion, MatrixMission, News, Programs, Success Story
Ms. Carmina Carter had her first child when she was still reaching adulthood herself at the age of 15. She had her second only a few years later, and with little support from family, Carmina’s ability to graduate high school at that time became more difficult and...
Apr 15, 2019 | Adult Programs, Adults, Featured, High School Completion, News, Success Story
Sometimes difficult times show us our greatest strengths, as Aryanna Sanford would probably tell you if you heard her story. Although her son was sent to jail, he was able to get his GED while there and sent her a picture of it, which inspired her to complete her own...
Mar 25, 2019 | Adults, Awards, Community, Featured, Matrix Mission, News, Success Story
“I thank Matrix for opening the doors for me to make it where I am now.” Said Latrise Martin, one of six Detroit adults who were able to earn their high school diploma through programming at Matrix Human Services.On March 15th, 2019, our Matrix Social Mobility...
Mar 25, 2019 | Adults, Community, Early Childhood, Events, Family, Featured, Matrix Head Start, News, Parents
Resilience and perseverance were on display at the inaugural Matrix Human Services Mother’s Tea. The event was hosted at MGM Grand Casino Hotel and sponsored by Molina Healthcare. More than 150 mothers from our Matrix Head Start program were in attendance to discover...
Dec 18, 2018 | Adults, Early Childhood, Family, Matrix Head Start, News, Parents, Success Story
KEEPING OUR FAMILIES TOGETHER. For Jacqueline, Matrix Head Start didn’t just give her children lessons in early education, the program changed the life of her whole family.At the time, Jacqueline’s life was full of transition and she felt overwhelmed with stress....
Jul 10, 2018 | Adults, Community, Family, News, Success Story, Volunteer
“When you talk about somebody who’s dedicated to the Matrix community, that’s me,” says Ernestine Moore, who currently serves as a volunteer for The Matrix Center. A survivor of abuse, disability, and destitution, Ernestine’s story is one of strength and resilience....
